Match Summary
Portland Timbers defeated Sporting Kansas City 2:1. The match was played in Major League Soccer 2024. Goals were scored by F. Mora 51′, M. Rodríguez 62′, Evander 79′. 1 yellow cards were shown. Portland Timbers had 43% possession while Sporting Kansas City held 57%. Portland Timbers had 11 shots (4 on target) compared to 6 (2 on target) for Sporting Kansas City. Expected goals: Portland Timbers 2.08 — Sporting Kansas City 0.25. Portland Timbers made 4 substitutions, Sporting Kansas City made 5. VAR was involved: Goal confirmed (Evander 82′).
Match Events
Key match events between Portland Timbers and Sporting Kansas City — 3 goals and 1 cards recorded during the match.
assist: Evander
assist: A. Pulido
assist: F. Mora
Match Statistics
Portland Timbers had 43% possession against Sporting Kansas City's 57%. Portland Timbers registered 11 shots (4 on target) while Sporting Kansas City managed 6 (2 on target). Corner kicks: 3–2. Fouls committed: 13–8.
Lineups
Portland Timbers lined up in a 4-4-1-1 formation under P. Neville, while Sporting Kansas City deployed a 4-3-3 under P. Vermes.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Portland Timbers is 6.91, compared to 6.84 for Sporting Kansas City. This metric is derived from each player's average match rating across all league appearances this season — anything above 7.00 is considered strong, while below 6.50 signals inconsistency. Portland Timbers's highest-rated starter is D. Ayala (7.18), while Sporting Kansas City's best-rated player is J. Davis (6.89).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Portland Timbers have contributed 11 goals and 4 assists this season, led by F. Mora (7G). Sporting Kansas City's starters account for 7 goals and 4 assists, spearheaded by D. Sallói (7G). Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.
Defensive Solidity
Portland Timbers deploy 4 defenders rated 6.83 on average, against Sporting Kansas City's 4-man backline averaging 6.89. Higher defensive ratings suggest better positional awareness, fewer individual errors, and a greater likelihood of keeping clean sheets. The rating accounts for tackles won, interceptions, aerial duels, and blocks throughout the season.
Midfield Control
Portland Timbers field 4 midfielders averaging 7.18, versus Sporting Kansas City's 3 rated 6.79. Midfield ratings reflect passing accuracy, interceptions, key passes, and overall control of possession — the team that dominates midfield typically dictates the tempo and territory of the match.
Forward Threat
Portland Timbers start 2 forward(s) averaging 6.80, compared to 3 for Sporting Kansas City averaging 6.89. Forward ratings capture shot accuracy, movement off the ball, dribbling success, and involvement in build-up play — they indicate who carries the greater goal threat on the day.
Passing & Build-Up
Passing accuracy averages 46% for Portland Timbers and —% for Sporting Kansas City. Higher passing accuracy generally indicates a possession-based style with patient build-up through the thirds, while lower figures may suggest a more direct, counter-attacking approach with long balls and quick transitions.
Discipline
Portland Timbers's starters have collected 20 yellow cards this season, compared to 17 for Sporting Kansas City. Yellow cards reflect how aggressively a team presses and tackles — a high count may indicate a physical, high-pressing style but also risks suspensions and late free-kicks in dangerous areas.
Age & Experience
The average age of Portland Timbers's starting XI is 29.0 (youngest: D. Ayala (23), oldest: D. Župarić (33)), while Sporting Kansas City average 32.3 (youngest: J. Davis (23), oldest: T. Melia (39)). Younger squads typically offer pace, energy, and pressing intensity, while experienced lineups bring composure, game management, and the ability to handle high-pressure moments.
Squad Depth
Portland Timbers's starters average 30 league appearances each, versus 25 for Sporting Kansas City. High appearance counts indicate an established, well-drilled unit that the manager trusts week in and week out. Lower figures may suggest rotation, injuries, or emerging players still earning their place in the team.
Substitutes
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Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Portland Timbers have recorded 1 wins, 1 draws and 4 defeats. Sporting Kansas City show 0 wins, 1 draws and 5 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Head to Head
Portland Timbers and Sporting Kansas City have met 2 times — Portland Timbers won 2, Sporting Kansas City won 0, with 0 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. Portland Timbers leads the head-to-head with 2 victories from 2 meetings. A combined 7 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 3.50 per match (5 for the home side, 2 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 1 matches (50%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 1 games (50%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 2–4 in 2025.
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Recent Meetings (2)
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